Overview
The Doctor of Education is an innovative programme based on the belief that theory and practice must be combined in a “hands on” learning environment that focuses on learning by doing. the objectives of the course are:
Acquire the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed for effective leadership positions in learning institutions, government departments, and other educational organizations.
- Develop insights into policy choices in the area of education and development as well as explore the issues confronting educational planners and managers in relation to development policies.
-Identify the key factors involved in the successful implementation of educational plans and programmes as part of national, regional and institutional level development strategies
- Develop an awareness of the experience gained internationally and nationally in preparation execution of educational plans and curricula.
Admission Requirements
The following shall be eligible for admission into the Doctor of Education
- A holder of Masters of Education (M.Ed) Degree from the University of Nairobi or any other institution recognized by the senate.
- A holder of Master's degree from the University of Nairobi in areas of any other specialization relevant to the disciplines in the school of Education or any other institution recognized by the senate.
- Applicants must have at least (3) Years working experience in the Education sector
Fees and Funding
| DOCTOR OF EDUCATION - E96 | |||||
| Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | |||
| SEM 1 - 4units | SEM 2- 3units | SEM 3 - thesis | SEM 4- thesis | TOTALS | |
| TUITION | 164,572.00 | 123,428.00 | 288,000.00 | 288,000.00 | 864,000.00 |
| EXAMINATION (PER UNIT @1000) | 4,000.00 | 3,000.00 | - | - | 7,000.00 |
| LIBRARY (PER YEAR) | 5,000.00 | - | 5,000.00 | 5,000.00 | 15,000.00 |
| MEDICAL FEE (PER YEAR) | 6,500.00 | - | 6,500.00 | 6,500.00 | 19,500.00 |
| ICT SERVICES - (PER YEAR) | 7,000.00 | - | 7,000.00 | 7,000.00 | 21,000.00 |
| REGISTRATION (PER SEMESTER@2250) | 2,250.00 | 2,250.00 | 4,500.00 | 4,500.00 | 13,500.00 |
| ACTIVITY-( PER YEAR) | 2,000.00 | - | 2,000.00 | 2,000.00 | 6,000.00 |
| CAUTION - (ONCE) refundable | 5,000.00 | - | - | - | 5,000.00 |
|
ID CARD (PER YEAR) |
1,000.00 | - | 1,000.00 | 1,000.00 | 3,000.00 |
| THESIS EXAMINATION | - | - | - | 50,000.00 | 50,000.00 |
|
STUDENT ORGANISATION (PER YEAR) |
1,000.00 | 1,000.00 | 1,000.00 | 3,000.00 | |
| Totals | 198,322.00 | 128,678.00 | 315,000.00 | 365,000.00 | 1,007,000.00 |
| Grand totals | 1,007,000.00 | ||||
Exam Regulations
Regulations issued by Board of Postgraduate Studies apply. The school of education offers Doctor of Philosophy (PhD.) courses in all areas of education offered by its four departments. A prospective PhD. candidate submits and defends a research proposal through a relevant department. The schools postgraduate committee eventually recommends the candidate for registration by the Board of postgraduate Studies (BPS).